The crash happened at the intersection of Highway 249 and Old Bammel North Houston Road.Woman dies after being hit by car on Highway 249; Harris County deputy also struckRead full article: Woman dies after being hit by car on Highway 249; Harris County deputy also struck
Feels like 100+Feels like triple digits ahead of weekend flood threatRead full article: Feels like triple digits ahead of weekend flood threat
Investigators said the shooting stemmed from an ongoing dispute between two familiesMan shot multiple times after family dispute escalates into shooting in northeast HoustonRead full article: Man shot multiple times after family dispute escalates into shooting in northeast Houston
FILE - A Meta logo is shown on a video screen at LlamaCon 2025, an AI developer conference, in Menlo Park, Calif., April 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)Facebook, Instagram users report widespread outages Friday morningRead full article: Facebook, Instagram users report widespread outages Friday morning
Total household debt in the United States has climbed to a record $18.8 trillionHouston residents carry nearly $45,000 in debt on average, new study showsRead full article: Houston residents carry nearly $45,000 in debt on average, new study shows
Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO of SpaceX, third from right, celebrates with colleagues during a bell ringing ceremony for the IPO of SpaceX at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York, Friday, June 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)SpaceX soars 25% in Wall Street debut and makes Elon Musk the first trillionaireRead full article: SpaceX soars 25% in Wall Street debut and makes Elon Musk the first trillionaire
No description availableScrewworm was found in a dog in Texas. What does that mean for your pets?Read full article: Screwworm was found in a dog in Texas. What does that mean for your pets?
Elotes Bravos, a Mexican concessions stand scores a spot at FIFA Fan Fest in East DowntownHouston family takes elote from street cart to FIFA Fan Fest in EaDoRead full article: Houston family takes elote from street cart to FIFA Fan Fest in EaDo
No description availableDozens of Texas counties working on plans to install flood warning sirensRead full article: Dozens of Texas counties working on plans to install flood warning sirens
Houston Texans defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins runs to the end zone for a touchdown after recovering a fumble during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Justin Berl)How Texans veteran defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins brings ‘calming presence’ to top-ranked defenseRead full article: How Texans veteran defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins brings ‘calming presence’ to top-ranked defense
Three elements would determine the categoryShould hurricanes be rated differently? Read full article: Should hurricanes be rated differently?
Watch the group perform at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston on June 11Get 2 know Bombón: The music collective behind the Houston remix for FIFA World Cup 2026™ 🎵🎵⚽Read full article: Get 2 know Bombón: The music collective behind the Houston remix for FIFA World Cup 2026™ 🎵🎵⚽
FILE - A sign for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is displayed outside their offices in Silver Spring, Md., Dec. 10, 2020. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File)FDA recalls Farm Rich pizza snack over possible metal contaminationRead full article: FDA recalls Farm Rich pizza snack over possible metal contamination
Mexico's Raul Jimenez, left, jumps for the ball with South Africa's Ime Okon during the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko)Mexico gets off to roaring World Cup start with a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening matchRead full article: Mexico gets off to roaring World Cup start with a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match
No description availableCorpus Christi’s delayed water response bubbles up to Texas governor’s raceRead full article: Corpus Christi’s delayed water response bubbles up to Texas governor’s race
While dogs can still travel into Mexico, strict requirements remain in place for dogs returning to the United StatesWhat pet owners need to know about traveling to Mexico amid screwworm threatRead full article: What pet owners need to know about traveling to Mexico amid screwworm threat
Exclusive look inside Houston Stadium, which is the venue hosting the FIFA World Cup games here in HoustonFIFA World Cup turned NRG Stadium into ‘Houston Stadium’: Here’s a sneak peek inside Read full article: FIFA World Cup turned NRG Stadium into ‘Houston Stadium’: Here’s a sneak peek inside
The FIFA Fan Fest in Houston opens on Thursday, June 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Karen Warren)Houston-area World Cup 2026 watch parties, events across the cityRead full article: Houston-area World Cup 2026 watch parties, events across the city
As crowds surge, organizers urge you to stay hydrated and avoid driving if you can take METRO or grab a rideshareHouston survival guide for FIFA Fan FestivalRead full article: Houston survival guide for FIFA Fan Festival
The skyline of Houston is seen in this undated file image.Planning your route around Houston for the FIFA World CupRead full article: Planning your route around Houston for the FIFA World Cup
No description availableMidland shooting leaves one dead, 10 injured; police say suspect was also killedRead full article: Midland shooting leaves one dead, 10 injured; police say suspect was also killed
No description availableTexas GOP Chair Abraham George ousted by second-in-command D’rinda RandallRead full article: Texas GOP Chair Abraham George ousted by second-in-command D’rinda Randall
No description availableTexas agency to set rules for using treated fracking wastewater on farmlandRead full article: Texas agency to set rules for using treated fracking wastewater on farmland
No description availableTexas takes over voter registration in Val Verde County amid struggles with registrationRead full article: Texas takes over voter registration in Val Verde County amid struggles with registration
No description availableConservation groups sue to stop SpaceX land dealRead full article: Conservation groups sue to stop SpaceX land deal
No description availablePaxton’s office threatens legal action if Big 12 penalizes Texas Tech for playing QB who placed betsRead full article: Paxton’s office threatens legal action if Big 12 penalizes Texas Tech for playing QB who placed bets
No description availableDozens of Texas counties working on plans to install flood warning sirensRead full article: Dozens of Texas counties working on plans to install flood warning sirens
70-year-old man convicted of 1977 murder has sentence reduced to lifeAfter half-century on death row, Houston man gets lifeRead full article: After half-century on death row, Houston man gets life
We’re asking viewers across the Houston area to send us their water bills and a brief description of their concerns so we can look for patterns, ask officials for answers, and continue reporting on water billing problems in their communities.Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area billsRead full article: Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area bills
David Northern’s Flint Housing Commission contract, Houston Housing Authority controversy raise new accountability questionsHe wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than everRead full article: He wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than ever
The suspected gunman8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountabilityRead full article: 8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountability
Everybody’s ready — but what exactly are taxpayers signing up for?Houston Texans’ new Toro District project raises big questions about public money and trafficRead full article: Houston Texans’ new Toro District project raises big questions about public money and traffic
After Isabel Tristan waited 3 years for a monument to honor her grandfather, 2 Helps You showed up with a solution2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t existRead full article: 2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t exist
For years, some elderly residents near the 2800 block of 61st Street in Galveston have been forced into a dangerous choice: navigate a badly damaged sidewalk or walk in a 40-mph street.Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involvedRead full article: Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involved
A Houston man pushed a wagon across Texas — generator, food, water and all — and passed out from the heat along the way. But he finished. And the kids in Katy are better for it.2 Helps You: Man walks from Houston to San Antonio, then comes back to give away nearly 100 pairs of shoes to Katy kidsRead full article: 2 Helps You: Man walks from Houston to San Antonio, then comes back to give away nearly 100 pairs of shoes to Katy kids
Residents and workers called 311 and law enforcement repeatedly. Nothing happened. So, they then called 2 Helps YouIllegal dump site off Antoine Drive ignored for months; 2 Helps You puts Harris County on noticeRead full article: Illegal dump site off Antoine Drive ignored for months; 2 Helps You puts Harris County on notice
A massive pothole along Wirt Road had residents worried about safety2 Helps You gets results days after Houstonians contact KPRC 2 over dangerous road conditions Read full article: 2 Helps You gets results days after Houstonians contact KPRC 2 over dangerous road conditions
Restoration Team aims to help 100 families annually by 20282 Helps You: Restoration Team’s 500th home gets new life in northeast HoustonRead full article: 2 Helps You: Restoration Team’s 500th home gets new life in northeast Houston
The arena for the UFC Freedom 250 fights is pictured on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Thursday, June 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)9 minutes agoJudge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on White House's South Lawn this weekendRead full article: Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on White House's South Lawn this weekend
A worker sits on scaffolding at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, Friday, June 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)9 minutes agoJudge denies Kennedy Center request for pause in ruling ordering Trump's name removed from buildingRead full article: Judge denies Kennedy Center request for pause in ruling ordering Trump's name removed from building
A woman walks past a billboard displaying lyrics from the Dubioza kolektiv song "I Am From Bosnia, Take Me to America" in Sarajevo, Bosnia, Thursday, June 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Armin Durgut)A Bosnian song about disillusionment with the American Dream becomes a World Cup bangerRead full article: A Bosnian song about disillusionment with the American Dream becomes a World Cup banger
49 memorial stories for the Pulse shooting victimsRemembering the Pulse 49: Learn about the victims of the 2016 shootingRead full article: Remembering the Pulse 49: Learn about the victims of the 2016 shooting
No description available1 day agoIshida Dance Company presents ‘Waiting/Rex’ at Asia Society TexasRead full article: Ishida Dance Company presents ‘Waiting/Rex’ at Asia Society Texas
No description available3 days agoCelebrate Culture through music and movement with Tx2 Dance CompanyRead full article: Celebrate Culture through music and movement with Tx2 Dance Company
While dogs can still travel into Mexico, strict requirements remain in place for dogs returning to the United StatesWhat pet owners need to know about traveling to Mexico amid screwworm threatRead full article: What pet owners need to know about traveling to Mexico amid screwworm threat
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Blake Snell (7) puts on his baseball cap ahead of the first inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Caroline Brehman)Tarik Skubal, the Cleveland Browns and other athletes credit a tiny new scope for faster recoveriesRead full article: Tarik Skubal, the Cleveland Browns and other athletes credit a tiny new scope for faster recoveries
The MV Hondius cruise ship arrives at the Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands, Monday, May 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Patrick Post)US puts up $750K to evacuate an American who was aboard hantavirus cruise ship from remote islandRead full article: US puts up $750K to evacuate an American who was aboard hantavirus cruise ship from remote island
FILE - The new iPhone 16 is displayed during an announcement of new products at Apple headquarters Sept. 9, 2024, in Cupertino, Calif. (AP Photo/Juliana Yamada, File)Study finds iPhone may explain up to half of U.S. fertility declineRead full article: Study finds iPhone may explain up to half of U.S. fertility decline
No description availableTexas agency to set rules for using treated fracking wastewater on farmlandRead full article: Texas agency to set rules for using treated fracking wastewater on farmland
No description availableHundreds gather at Lake Jackson vigil Texas State student shot, killed by Brazoria County deputy Read full article: Hundreds gather at Lake Jackson vigil Texas State student shot, killed by Brazoria County deputy
The suspect, Daniel Arnulfo Ceron, 22, is charged with murder for the death of Persia Amarra Conway, 33.Man arrested, charged in death of transgender woman whose body was found in Brays Bayou in MayRead full article: Man arrested, charged in death of transgender woman whose body was found in Brays Bayou in May
Police say the man pointed the gun at officers multiple times during a foot chaseHouston officer shoots suspect accused of pointing gun at man and childRead full article: Houston officer shoots suspect accused of pointing gun at man and child
Price becomes third defendant to plead guilty in case tied to the 2020 explosion that rocked Houston’s Museum DistrictTurkey Leg Hut owner Lynn Price pleads guilty to federal conspiracy charge in Bar 5015 arson caseRead full article: Turkey Leg Hut owner Lynn Price pleads guilty to federal conspiracy charge in Bar 5015 arson case
During the second altercation, police said the victim was stabbed in the temple.1 day ago18-year-old on life support after being stabbed in head during fight over boyRead full article: 18-year-old on life support after being stabbed in head during fight over boy
Texans wide receiver Tank DellTexans receiver Tank Dell comeback continues at minicamp: ‘Looking for him to be Tank’Read full article: Texans receiver Tank Dell comeback continues at minicamp: ‘Looking for him to be Tank’
Dr. Tina Petersen, from the GCPD websiteExecutive director of Harris County Flood Control District resigns, officials confirmRead full article: Executive director of Harris County Flood Control District resigns, officials confirm
Nathan Scott Velez, 37, of Magnolia, arrested for online solicitation.1 day agoMontgomery County youth softball coach sought sex with 15-year-old; arrested in sting, officials sayRead full article: Montgomery County youth softball coach sought sex with 15-year-old; arrested in sting, officials say
No description availableTexas expands repeat offender task force statewide, but advocates say prevention is key to breaking the cycleRead full article: Texas expands repeat offender task force statewide, but advocates say prevention is key to breaking the cycle
Generic traffic - lightbox KPRCSouthwest Freeway still rough ride, but looks better as projects wrap up with World Cup arrivingRead full article: Southwest Freeway still rough ride, but looks better as projects wrap up with World Cup arriving
No description availablePaxton’s office threatens legal action if Big 12 penalizes Texas Tech for playing QB who placed betsRead full article: Paxton’s office threatens legal action if Big 12 penalizes Texas Tech for playing QB who placed bets
Heat, Humidity and FloodingHeat to tropical downpours: Houston weather outlook for FIFA World Cup 2026 Read full article: Heat to tropical downpours: Houston weather outlook for FIFA World Cup 2026
FILE - A soccer fan, with nails painted with a Brazil flag, holds a beer while watching the team's World Cup match against Serbia on a screen set up in the Rocinha favela in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Nov. 24, 2022. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado, File)LIST: Bars where you can watch the FIFA World Cup around HoustonRead full article: LIST: Bars where you can watch the FIFA World Cup around Houston
No description availableTexas lab CEO admits falsifying wastewater test results that concealed E. coli and other pollutant levels for yearsRead full article: Texas lab CEO admits falsifying wastewater test results that concealed E. coli and other pollutant levels for years
FILE - A Waymo vehicle drives in San Francisco, July 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)Waymo expands Houston service ahead of FIFA World Cup, offering rides to fansRead full article: Waymo expands Houston service ahead of FIFA World Cup, offering rides to fans
Image of Oninda Romelus from social media (left), Romelus being escorted near court (right)Prosecutors seek death penalty for Porter mom accused of shooting 4 kidsRead full article: Prosecutors seek death penalty for Porter mom accused of shooting 4 kids
Weekend Repairs Prompt Bus Shuttles Along METRORail1 day agoMETRO to expand rail and bus service for FIFA World Cup 2026 in HoustonRead full article: METRO to expand rail and bus service for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston
Authorities said the driver and passenger had been in a common-law marriage and had been together for approximately six years.1 day agoWoman going nearly twice speed limit before crash that killed husband, faces intoxication manslaughter chargeRead full article: Woman going nearly twice speed limit before crash that killed husband, faces intoxication manslaughter charge
No description available2 days agoTexas high schoolers show gains across all subjects on STAAR testsRead full article: Texas high schoolers show gains across all subjects on STAAR tests
This image released by Disney shows animated character Gracie, voiced by Gracie Hollingsworth, in a scene from the series "Gracie's Corner." (Disney via AP)1 day agoFrom YouTube to Disney+: Preschool hit 'Gracie's Corner' lands streaming and development dealRead full article: From YouTube to Disney+: Preschool hit 'Gracie's Corner' lands streaming and development deal
No description available1 day agoTexas Republicans open state convention projecting unity after years of infightingRead full article: Texas Republicans open state convention projecting unity after years of infighting
No description available1 day agoJames Talarico launches Spanish-language World Cup TV adRead full article: James Talarico launches Spanish-language World Cup TV ad
Walmart says it has already reduced prices on more than 7,000 items1 day agoGrocery relief? Walmart, Kroger and H-E-B announce major price cutsRead full article: Grocery relief? Walmart, Kroger and H-E-B announce major price cuts
No description available1 day agoHouston man says $22K FIFA ticket purchase didn’t match seats he was shownRead full article: Houston man says $22K FIFA ticket purchase didn’t match seats he was shown
Ladislav Petro, wanted in Slovakia on CSAM-related charges, was back in custody within 24 hours after escaping in March1 day agoHouston ICE detainee escaped federal facility using yoga mat to scale wall, unsealed documents revealRead full article: Houston ICE detainee escaped federal facility using yoga mat to scale wall, unsealed documents reveal
The approved budget includes a new $5 monthly trash fee, with supporters calling it necessary and critics arguing it places a greater burden on residents1 day agoHouston City Council passes $7.5 billion budget amid debate over fees and financial stabilityRead full article: Houston City Council passes $7.5 billion budget amid debate over fees and financial stability
HOUSTON, TEXAS - JUNE 02: A general view of FIFA World Cup 2026 signage at Houston Stadium on June 02, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Maria Lysaker/Getty Images)FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston: Complete guide to matches, parking, Fan Fest, transportation and moreRead full article: FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston: Complete guide to matches, parking, Fan Fest, transportation and more
A man accused of repeatedly targeting grieving families with funeral fraud is headed back to prison and one woman says he manipulated her just days after losing her father.1 day agoFuneral fraudster who targeted grieving families headed back to prison after probation revokedRead full article: Funeral fraudster who targeted grieving families headed back to prison after probation revoked
Iddris Umaru (left), Axzey Mojica (right)1 day agoTwo suspects wanted after being charged with murder in shooting near Sugar Land, HPD saysRead full article: Two suspects wanted after being charged with murder in shooting near Sugar Land, HPD says
No description available1 day agoNew pedestrian safety upgrades coming to Houston HeightsRead full article: New pedestrian safety upgrades coming to Houston Heights